Chavez Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Pays medical insurance for one of his harshest critics For several years now, Jim Kenefick has been railing against the Oscar-winning director on Moorewatch.com. Recently, Kenefick wrote about the difficulty he was having paying his wife's medical bills. Fellow conservatives guided him toward a cheaper health insurer, but Kenefick said he still had trouble making payments. "Someone e-mailed me and asked if an 'anonymous' benefactor could offer to pay my first year's premiums - $12,000," Kenefick wrote on his site. He was skeptical when the check arrived. "I opened a whole new account at my bank, waited for it to clear, checked twice with bank personnel to make sure it wasn't a scam, and waited a full 60 days before spending the money. At that time, I started drawing on it and paying the monthly premiums until it was gone." We can now confirm to Kenefick that his secret benefactor is none other than the dreaded, detestable, loathsome Michael Moore. Kenefick admitted the $12,000 "was like manna from heaven at that time. ... My business was almost dead, my wife was very, very ill, and I was racking up a few little health problems of my own. That money made it possible for us to begin to turn our lives around." Having suspected Moore might be his secret patron, he contends that his bete noir made the gift just to publicize "Sicko," which takes aim at America's health-care system and, we've heard, touches upon Moore's covert generosity. "I knew he was using me," said Kenefick. "Moore is going to try to make me into one of his little puppets." Kenefick wants it known that "I'm not an idiot. I know when to say yes to something, even if the string attached is obvious. What kind of moron turns down a free 12 grand?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furd Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 If Moore tries to milk this for anything, somebody should kick his fat ass. But Kenefick should shut the f*ck up or return the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Guess it's not anonymous anymore. Too bad. I wonder who went public with the identity of the donor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pope Flick Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 This is messed up on a few levels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 If Moore tries to milk this for anything, somebody should kick his fat ass. But Kenefick should shut the f*ck up or return the money. Just the fact that it's now public knowledge ruins whatever altruistic inclination that Moore may have had. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicCEO Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Guess it's not anonymous anymore. Too bad. I wonder who went public with the identity of the donor? That's what I was thinking. Worst anonymous donation ever. It's not really philanthropic if it's a ruse designed to undermine your core beliefs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Moore is controversial ..but a handsome beast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbmcdonald Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 (edited) Please, Moore is hardly the first Ideologue to use someone else's misfortune for his own gain or to make a point. It happens a great deal on both sides of the great divide, and trust me, those of us down here at the bottom of the great divide are rarely swayed by the argument "those people are really bad when they do something, because they are wrong, but it is ok when these people do it, because they are right. Why the hell is Kenefick whining about his misfortune in his blog. I have been through some pretty hard time myself, but I rarely whine to my customers about it. Anyway, doesn't whining about your problems and looking for a handout belong on the other side of the divide? If Moore wants to send me 12K, he can say whatever he wants to about me. Trust me, I have felt pretty screwed by both sides, but I have never been paid for it, and anyone that gives a rat's @$$ what Moore thinks or says is an idiot. Finally, since it was such a reprehensible thing to do, Kenefick is going to give it back, right? I find it very humorous that he "suspected Moore might be his secret patron", but doesn't get around to writing about it until the money is gone. Edited May 19, 2007 by rbmcdonald Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaumont Posted May 20, 2007 Share Posted May 20, 2007 More on "Sicko" ... http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,273875,00.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted May 20, 2007 Share Posted May 20, 2007 I applaud this move but if the leak was from Moore's camp, Shame shame shame hey shame on you If you can't dance too I say shame shame shame Shame shame shame Shame shame on you If you can't dance too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDFFFreak Posted May 20, 2007 Share Posted May 20, 2007 Just the fact that it's now public knowledge ruins whatever altruistic inclination that Moore may have had. Love him or hate him, you should expect nothing less from Moore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted May 20, 2007 Share Posted May 20, 2007 Love him or hate him, you should expect nothing less from Moore. Went to school with a kid named Les Moore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted May 20, 2007 Share Posted May 20, 2007 Please, Moore is hardly the first Ideologue to use someone else's misfortune for his own gain or to make a point. It happens a great deal on both sides of the great divide, and trust me, those of us down here at the bottom of the great divide are rarely swayed by the argument "those people are really bad when they do something, because they are wrong, but it is ok when these people do it, because they are right. Why the hell is Kenefick whining about his misfortune in his blog. I have been through some pretty hard time myself, but I rarely whine to my customers about it. Anyway, doesn't whining about your problems and looking for a handout belong on the other side of the divide? If Moore wants to send me 12K, he can say whatever he wants to about me. Trust me, I have felt pretty screwed by both sides, but I have never been paid for it, and anyone that gives a rat's @$$ what Moore thinks or says is an idiot. Finally, since it was such a reprehensible thing to do, Kenefick is going to give it back, right? I find it very humorous that he "suspected Moore might be his secret patron", but doesn't get around to writing about it until the money is gone. I find it interesting what you have been doing with your fonts lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbmcdonald Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 I find it interesting what you have been doing with your fonts lately. Why thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted May 21, 2007 Author Share Posted May 21, 2007 That's what I was thinking. Worst anonymous donation ever. It's not really philanthropic if it's a ruse designed to undermine your core beliefs. Doesn't seem like Kenefick's core beliefs were harmed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 "I knew he was using me," said Kenefick. "Moore is going to try to make me into one of his little puppets." Way to go man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 (edited) First off, I think Moore is a ham-fisted schmuck that I only tolerate because he brings to light many points that I agree with. I do, however, think his style is divisive and less effective than it could be (perhaps the biggest understatement I've ever made). That said, I wouldn't have a huge problem with him doing this even if he held a news conference when he gave the jack. Moore's critics have shown him no mercy in their attacks and would likely relish the thought of seeing him fail to the point of being broke. So boo hoo, it looks like one of his harshest critics is out of money himself. It just so happens that he's broke and can't afford his doctor's bills. It also just so happens that this is precisely what Moore's latest movie covers. Once again, his critics hardly engage him in "honorable debate". To the contrary, they typically say he's a bad American who should leave this country in shame, etc. What a convenient way to show them up. Give them a gift they can't afford to refuse that just happens to hype your next movie. All is fair in war they say. Edited May 21, 2007 by detlef Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 This is messed up on a few levels. ! Regarding something Mikey Moore is involved in? gasp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonKnight Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 First off, I think Moore is a ham-fisted schmuck that I only tolerate because he brings to light many points that I agree with. I do, however, think his style is divisive and less effective than it could be (perhaps the biggest understatement I've ever made). That said, I wouldn't have a huge problem with him doing this even if he held a news conference when he gave the jack. Moore's critics have shown him no mercy in their attacks and would likely relish the thought of seeing him fail to the point of being broke. So boo hoo, it looks like one of his harshest critics is out of money himself. It just so happens that he's broke and can't afford his doctor's bills. It also just so happens that this is precisely what Moore's latest movie covers. Once again, his critics hardly engage him in "honorable debate". To the contrary, they typically say he's a bad American who should leave this country in shame, etc. What a convenient way to show them up. Give them a gift they can't afford to refuse that just happens to hype your next movie. All is fair in war they say. Exactly. His movie was addressing exactly what one of his harshest critics was going through. What would this momo have done had the movie come out and he and his wife were getting sicker and sicker, unable to afford any decent medical attention? Would they have still continued to spout off about how bad Moore is? That would be a brilliant way to demonstrate the brainwashing of the right. Dudes wife is dying in bed (at home cause she aint got insurance) and this guy is on the internet talking about how Moore is the antichrist for pointing out the flaws in our medical system that are killing his wife. Even if this donation was in some way to promote his movie he's a bigger man that I (no pun intended). I woulda let them suffer and used that as publicity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimC Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 How does a talent-less schmuck like Michael Moore earn $12,000? Answer: Knob-slobbing cuckoo liberals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 What a hoot that none of Moore's rich conservative opponents jumped in with the $12k. Sure, it's a cheap $12k compared to the publicity generated but Moore has won this one by a KO. BTW, the health system IS completely broken as well as being hopelessly corrupt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 BTW, the health system IS completely broken as well as being hopelessly corrupt. bingo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H8tank Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 the health system IS completely broken as well as being hopelessly corrupt. yeah, I bet its the most corrupt in the world huh? Why don't you foking just leave you asstardfokhead? If this place is so awful then just get the fok out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 yeah, I bet its the most corrupt in the world huh? Why don't you foking just leave you asstardfokhead? If this place is so awful then just get the fok out. Having a bad day H8tank? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 yeah, I bet its the most corrupt in the world huh? Why don't you foking just leave you asstardfokhead? If this place is so awful then just get the fok out. When neo-con momo bloggists can't afford proper health care for their families, the terrorists have won. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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